Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85

A splendid example of Spyker's first-generation models - the short wheelbase Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 was created especially to celebrate the company's involvement in the 24 Hours of Le Mans since 2002.

The 'LM85' name reflects the starting number of Spyker's GT2 race cars at Le Mans and the road car sports a GT2 inspired livery.

Highlighting the Le Mans theme, only 24 examples of the Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 will be manufactured, each owner will be invited to the 24 Hours race as a VIP guest of Spyker and each will receive a special Chronoswiss 24 Hours Pilot Watch.

V8 power and sleek aerodynamics deliver a 300 kph top speed

Beneath its racing-inspired aluminium body, the LM85 features Spyker's trademark lightweight all-aluminium spaceframe structure and fully independent suspension by double wishbones front and rear.

Power is provided by a naturally aspirated 4.2-litre Audi petrol engine. This highly responsive 90 degree V8 powerunit generates 400 ps at 6,800 rpm and an immense wave of torque with 480 Nm at just 3,500 rpm. An excellent power-to-weight ratio ensures that Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 accelerates from 0-to-100 kph in just 4.5 seconds and goes on to reach a top speed of 300 kph.

Drive to the rear wheels is transferred through a manual six-speed Getrag gearbox and a Drexler limited slip differential.

The combination of Audi power with a well balanced chassis (43/57% front/rear weight distribution), rear wheel drive, and Servotronic speed-sensitive power steering guarantee supercar performance. Appropriately, the immensely powerful braking system is designed and supplied by AP Racing.

2009 Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85

Hand-crafted, all-black cabin and a unique owner's gift

The Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 is finished in a distinctive burnt almond orange colour with the contrasting Gun Metal 'S' logo and charcoal-tinted polycarbonate roof panels. The orange contrasts strikingly with the gun metal door mirrors, natural carbon-fibre rear spoiler, GT2 windscreen header-band and black powder-coated alloy wheels.

Inside, the LM85's cabin exhibits boasts the signature Spyker attention to detail, with the seats, door panels, centre tunnel, roof lining and dashboard top finished in black leather or Alcantara® echoing the low-reflection interior of the racing model. The dashboard, which is finished in turned aluminium, displays a personalised LM85 serial plaque.

The cabin's high quality leather has stitching in orange and the unique fire-proof floor mats are finished with orange piping and an embroidered LM85 logo.

Every Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 owner receives a special edition Spyker Chronoswiss 24H Pilot Watch with an orange crocodile strap and the car's unique serial number engraved on the case of this exquisite time piece.

For owners wishing to fully embrace the link between the Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 road car and the GT2 racer, Spyker offer two 'Sticker' sets - the racing number '85' plus driver's name and national flag, or a complete replica set of all the 2009 Le Mans sponsors logos.

Exterior Features

• Body colours: Burnt Almond Orange with Gun Metal "S" logo
• Side mirrors in Gun Metal
• GT2 carbon fibre rear spoiler in Burnt Almond Orange
• Spyker GT2 windscreen streamer
• Towing eye and towing ring in orange
• Charcoal tinted polycarbonate roof panels
• Aluminium front body gurney
• 19" Black Aeroblade Wheels with central wheel nut
• Black AP Racing logo'ed calipers

Interior Features

• Airbag steering wheel trimmed in black alcantara and black perforated leather grab areas; orange stitch
• Dashboard top panel trimmed in black alcantara; orange stitch
• Centre tunnel and sills trimmed in black quilted alcantara; orange stitch
• Knee area dashboard and glove box trimmed in black quilted leather; orange stitch
• Door panels in black leather; quilted inlays in black quilted alcantara; orange stitch
• Roof upholstery in black alcantara
• Trunk panels in black quilted leather; orange stitch
• Fire protective floor mats in black; orange piping; LM85 logo embroidered
• Dashboard instrument panel in turned aluminium
• Personalised LM85 serial plaque
• Spyker logos in head rests
• Extinguisher system mounted at passenger's side
• Special engine covers (silk black)
• Whisper mode operated exhaust system

Additional Features

• Spyker Chronoswiss 24H Pilot Watch with orange crocodile strap; LM85 serial number engraved
• Exclusive Spyker VIP Hospitality 24H LeMans 2009 weekend
  

Optional Features

• Sticker set 1 (number 85, driver's name and national flag)
• Sticker set 2 (Complete 2009 LeMans sponsors)
• Chronoswiss dials and switches
• Car cover; black with orange piping; LM85 serial number embroidered

Safety & Security

• Driver's airbag steering wheel
• 3 Point restraining system, integral steel seat-belt support structure
• Remote-controlled central locking system
• Alarm system with immobilizer
• Bi-Xenon headlights

Technical Specifications

• Body & Chassis
  • Frame: Structural Aluminium Space Frame
  • Body: Full aluminium body
  • Suspension: Fully independent and adjustable aluminium wishbone suspension Koni F1 Shock Absorbers, Eibach Springs, anti roll bar
  • Active safety: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
  • Brake Calipers: Aluminium AP Racing calipers
  • Brake discs (front - rear): Ø356 mm (14") - Ø330 mm (13") AP Racing
  • Pistons (front/rear): 6/4 AP Racing
  • Wheels (front - rear): 8,5J x Ø19" - 9,5J x Ø19"
  • Tyres (front - rear): 235/35 R19 - 265/30 R19
  • Rear spoiler: Fixed wing
• Engine & Transmission
  • Engine type: Mid-mounted V8, 40 Valve
  • Engine capacity: 4172 CC (254.6 cu in.)
  • Maximum Power: 298 Kw (400 hp)
  • Maximum torque: 480 Nm
  • Maximum revolutions: 7500 rpm
  • Fuel Injection System: Multi-Point with Electronic Ignition
  • Differential: Drexler Limited Slip Differential
  • Gearbox: Synchromesh 6-Speed Transaxle, Getrag manual gearbox
• Dimensions
  • Wheel base 2575 mm (101")
  • Front track 1400 mm (55")
  • Rear track 1580 mm (62")
  • Length 4185 mm (165")
  • Width ex mirrors 1880 mm (74")
  • Height 1245 mm (49")
  • Kerb weight 1275 Kg (2805 lbs)
  • Weight distribution: front / rear 43% / 57%
  • Specific Power: kg/hp 3.125
  • Max. Allowable Weight 1500 kg
  • Max. Allowable Weight in trunk 50 kg
• Consumption (in accordance with Dir. EC/1999/100)
  • Urban cycle: 19,0 L/100 km
  • Extra urban cycle: 10,0 L/100 km
  • Combined: 13,3 L/100 km
  • CO2 emission 315 g/km
• Consumption US (in accordance with US EPA guidelines)
  • Urban cycle: 13 mpg: Expected range for most drivers 12 to 18 MPG
  • Extra urban cycle: 18 mpg: Expected range for most drivers 16 to 24 MPG
  • Combined: 15 mpg
• Tank capacities
  • Fuel tank: 60 litres (15,9 gallons)
  • Engine oil: 8 litres (2,1 gallons)
  • Engine coolant: 20 litres (5,3 gallons)